Major Problems with 1997 Honda Civic Derived from Complaints & Recalls
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Worst 3 complaints of 1997 Honda Civic
1997 Honda Civic
FRONTAL
Victims: 3
1997 Honda Civic
TIRES
Victims: 2
Mileage: 60000 miles
1997 Honda Civic
AIR BAGS
Victims: 2
Browse 1997 Honda Civic complaints by category
Problems with AIR BAGS, FRONTAL and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Honda Civic owners.
Problem Category | Number of Problems |
AIR BAGS while exiting a parking lot in an accelerating right-hand turn vehicle went over a small curb and both air bags... |
62
~ 45714 miles |
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS while driving at low speed driver struck the vehicle in front of her and may have been struck from behind. |
53
~ 13461 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL experienced repetitive power surges while accelerating in 1st and 2nd gears between 2400 and 4000 rpm.... |
22
~ 11636 miles |
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS while traveling noticed air bag indicator light on at all times. dealer has been contacted. please provide further information. *ak... |
20
~ 61350 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN transmission failed.... |
17
~ 25123 miles |
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY i had this problem fixed twice in two years..at my expence(over $500)... |
17
~ 25329 miles |
TIRES the air bag falsly deployed when the right front tire went flat causing the consumer to crash into a utility |
15
~ 17267 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER recall failure (99e-015) was the cause of vehicle accident prior to receiving notice. *mjs ... |
15
~ 7333 miles |
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL throttle cable sticks at low speeds - when pressed it "snaps lose" going to 1/2 throttle jerking car forward snapping... |
12
~ 8750 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM air bag sensor light came on and stayed on all day. took vehicle to dealership who informed consumer that there... |
9
~ 74008 miles |
TREAD/BELT > TIRES firestone fr680 tires p185 65 r14 experienced tread wear. *slc... |
8
|
BODY > STRUCTURE paint failure. *yc... |
8
~ 41625 miles |
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY windshield design problem.... |
7
|
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC abs system failed.... |
7
|
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING the engine light came on and i took it to the shop to determine the cause. they told me that... |
6
~ 15000 miles |
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING apparent crankshaft/pulley bad. upon removing pulley bolt key and crankshaft found worn stripped and chewed up. also possible timing gear |
6
~ 18333 miles |
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM daytime running light module burned up. *ak... |
6
|
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the design/location of the ignition switch almost caused an accident the vehicle turned off while driving.... |
6
~ 14167 miles |
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC both front disc wheels have warped three times in 60 000 miles. my car has been primarily a commuter auto... |
5
|
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING timing belt failed.... |
5
~ 8000 miles |
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS brake rotors failed two time in 20 000 miles first repair at 9 000 miles rotors warped causing extreme vibration |
5
|
INTERIOR LIGHTING when driving headlights and insturment panal get really bright and go back to normal like they flicker bright have changed |
4
~ 10000 miles |
SIDEWALL > TIRES i was driving south on i95 at highway speed and tuned off at exit 74 went north at 35 miles... |
4
~ 49750 miles |
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE weather strip molding deformed.... |
4
|
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING windows have come off track noisy clutch brakes and engine. vehicle also has a rattling and buzzing sound when running.... |
4
|
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY a design flaw in rear window makes it impossible for the driver to see over the trunk of the vehicle |
4
|
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM sunvisor broke off. mjs... |
4
~ 15000 miles |
ENGINE this is car 2. on the 10th of august i took the saturn in after i had placed the call... |
3
~ 57141 miles |
POWER TRAIN this vehicle is a lemon -- defective throughout. major problem is a transmission that has failed twice -- once being... |
3
~ 91333 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC the power window regulator failed early upon within warranty. it was repaired by warranty. my power sunroof / moonroof has... |
3
|
FRONT > SEAT BELTS consumer states that the driver side seat belt did not lock in place when they were rear ended. causing minor... |
3
~ 22690 miles |
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING igniter problem vehicle is issued emission warranty extension due to problem. yh... |
3
|
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT the driver of the vehicle had noticed that the output of the air conditioner had been diminishing over several weeks.... |
3
|
SEAT BELTS consumer had an accident and the air bags didn't deploy.... |
3
~ 502 miles |
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING since oct '02 i have had my car in and out of the dealership due to the recall for emissions.... |
2
~ 14110 miles |
EQUIPMENT i purchased an automatic 1997 honda civic ex from costa mesa honda in costa mesa ca on march 11 2000.... |
2
~ 49350 miles |
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM when driving headlights and insturment panal get really bright and go back to normal like they flicker bright have changed |
2
|
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM while driving pipes from catalytic converter fell off consumer states muffler now needs replaced. firestone tires size 14 dot number |
2
|
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS erratic operation of air bag depoyment when vehicle bumped a curve (hard enough to bend the front rim). passenger's side... |
2
~ 34035 miles |
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES passenger's side door cannot manually or by using the electronic door locks to be opened. consumer took vehicle to dealership |
2
~ 44000 miles |
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL each time i am stopped and the car is in drive the idle fluctuates rapidly between 0 and 1000 rpm. |
2
|
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC brakes failed to stop car as it was coming to a halt rolling forward at about 2mph. brake pedal was... |
2
|
FRONT UNDERHOOD > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM vehicle was experiencing check engine light illumination dealer repaired wiring system however after repair the vehicle began to surge as... |
2
|
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS passenger side seat belt grabs / locks up without deceleration ( locks belt in position ). *yc... |
2
~ 12500 miles |
HOOD > BODY > STRUCTURE hood assembly failure. *ak... |
2
|
CABLES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL a vehicle speed control recall (nhtsa campaign id number : 99i002000) related to my vehicle is posted on the nhtsa... |
2
~ 58250 miles |
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS seat belt fails to retract. *ak... |
2
|
WHEELS rear wheels are turned inward causing tires to wear out on inside. *ak... |
2
~ 502 miles |
FRONT > SUSPENSION front end noisy and shakes while driving 65 mph and up. also window fell out on driver's side and door |
2
|
INTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY rear view mirror swivels excessively when flipped to reduce headlight glare. mirror needs to be readjusted while driving causing distraction.... |
2
|
EXTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY poor visibility through the left rear view mirror.... |
2
|
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE right side of trunk leaks causing the owner to put everything in the back seat instead of the trunk. possible |
2
|
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT i ordered driver side and passenger side valucraft ball joint (part number: vfa2084) from autozone.com for my car 1997 honda... |
1
|
LOWER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT i ordered driver side and passenger side valucraft ball joint (part number: vfa2084) from autozone.com for my car 1997 honda... |
1
|
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING engine shutdown without warning while driving. *tr... |
1
~ 90000 miles |
VALVE > TIRES i had a blowout at highway speeds due to a failed valve stem in my rear left tire. the tire |
1
|
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN the vtec-e on my 1997 honda civic hx is not engaging at the proper times which is not only an... |
1
~ 15000 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM date and mileage are approximate. this was my wife's car which i very seldom drove. not long after the car... |
1
~ 5000 miles |
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS two of the three back seat belts the center and the back driver's side have broken away from the buckle... |
1
~ 118250 miles |
STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl*the contact owns a 1997 honda civic. the failure mileage was 112000 and the current mileage was 113000. the vehicle... |
1
~ 112000 miles |
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT the srs system in my honda civic ex 1997 went out when i had first purchased the used car in... |
1
~ 145000 miles |
BEAD > TIRES on 10/2/2003 i purchased four dunlop g/t qualifier tires size p205/40r-16 from discount tire see invoice enclosed. on 9/27/2004 i... |
1
|
ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY > AIR BAGS srs (airbag) light came on and stays on.his happened about 4 months ago during normal use. i need to get |
1
|
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN consumer states while pulling out of driveway the vehicle suddenly accelerated and collided into a tree. consumer also stated the |
1
|
DIFFERENTIAL UNIT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN consumer states that gas pedal sometimes sticks when compressed. consumer feels unsafe. please provide any further information. *mr... |
1
|
MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC while driving the consumer applied the brakes and they hesitated to stop which resulted in a front collision. the vehicle |
1
~ 68000 miles |
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING consumer was in an accident and airbags didnot deploy. another vehicle cut in front and consumer lost control. vehicle hit |
1
|
RIM > WHEELS i purchased an automobile from equitable car sales approx 2 years ago "as is". recently i took my vehicle in... |
1
~ 124000 miles |
LATCH > HOOD > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES vehicle would not start in november of 2000. dealership tested battery to see if this was cause. mechanic replaced battery... |
1
|
RACK AND PINION > STEERING for last 1-1/2 years (at mileage about 30000) steering wheel bcomes tight and gives click noise only when codl temp... |
1
|
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS front passenger's seat belt buckle would not stay latched leaving occupant without any restraint if involved in a vehicle crash. |
1
|
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY 1) front brake discs warped after only 34 000 miles. shuddering felt upon braking. careful driver did not abuse brakes... |
1
|
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN 1) front brake discs warped after only 34 000 miles. shuddering felt upon braking. careful driver did not abuse brakes... |
1
|
FAN > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING after highway driving 2.5 hours smoke appeared from under hood and car misfired repeatedly. air conditioner system non-functional hall honda... |
1
|
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN srs control unit failed. *slc... |
1
|
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE fender liner replaced 8 months ago due to accident. while traveling on highway part of fender liner came apart and... |
1
|
EXTERIOR LIGHTING headlights have not and will not operate on low beams. only on highbeams and even after factory replacement. blinkers do... |
1
~ 7500 miles |
STRUCTURE engine light has come on at least six times since ownership. *mjs ... |
1
|
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE gas tank is leaking causing fumes which results in discomfort to passengers in vehicle. *ak... |
1
|
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE manufacturer should recall cars with similar problems.improve loyalty... |
1
|
VACUUM > POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC consumer's wife was driving vehicle on the highway when she applied the brakes and heard a thumping noise and there... |
1
|
REAR > SUSPENSION after right front is raised a noise eminates from left/rear quarter as if it's popping back into place due to |
1
|
SEATS the design and contruction details of seats have and are causing trauma to lower back and hip of driver and |
1
|
WEBBING > FRONT > SEAT BELTS consumer's passenger's side seat belt does not accomodate her size. the driver side belts fit her just fine. when she... |
1
|
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS both front brake rotors warp and continually need replacing.... |
1
|
ROTOR > DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR both front brake rotors warp and continually need replacing.... |
1
|
SUSPENSION the bolt in the rear suspension was cross threaded and completely loose it came out of the suspension. the bolt |
1
|
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE consumer states when taking the gas cap came off the fuel tank flames were coming out the tank around the |
1
|
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE timing belt failed.... |
1
|
STEERING e-mail-[xxx].//.**[xxx]** information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia) 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).... |
1
~ 1003 miles |
IDLER AND ATTACHMENT > ARM > LINKAGES honda guilty of breach of warranty and ignoring recall issue. paint repair done 4 times including 1 out of pocket... |
1
|
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM vehicle was accidentially shut off due to design of ignition key system easily engaged without knowledge.... |
1
|
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM scott honda mailed a post card to my home in feb 2ooo for car recall. upon calling hoinda the lease... |
1
|
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM horn button placement design is poor due to delay in locating button two accidents occurred.... |
1
|
SHAFT SECTOR > GEAR BOX > STEERING random occurrences of car suddenly beginning to shake as the car is being driven. typically occurs on highway going speeds... |
1
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